Raksha Bandhan 2025: Auspicious Time And Rules For Tying Rakhi To Laddu Gopal

Today, Raksha Bandhan is being celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country. This year brings a rare auspicious occasion, as there will be no Bhadra or Panchak period on Rakhi day. Sisters can tie Rakhi to their brothers throughout the day without any restrictions.

Alongside tying Rakhi to brothers, there is also a long-standing tradition of tying Rakhi to deities, especially Laddu Gopal, with love and devotion. But do you know the correct way to tie Rakhi to Laddu Gopal? Here are the traditions and rituals associated with it.

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Auspicious Time To Tie Rakhi

According to the Hindu calendar, the auspicious time for tying Rakhi on Raksha Bandhan will be on Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 5:47 AM to 1:24 PM. As per tradition, Rakhi is tied to the deity before tying it to a brother.

Rules For Tying Rakhi To Laddu Gopal

Scriptures mention specific guidelines for this ritual.

• Before tying Rakhi to Laddu Gopal, they should be bathed and dressed in clean, beautiful attire.
• Use a Silk Thread Rakhi: When tying Rakhi to Laddu Gopal, it is advised to use a yellow-colored silk thread Rakhi, as yellow is considered a symbol of auspiciousness. Avoid using blue or black Rakhis.
• After the bath, apply a tilak of saffron, sandalwood, roli (red powder), and turmeric mixed with Ganga water to Laddu Gopal. Offer homemade kheer or sooji halwa as bhog (offering). Only home-cooked prasad should be offered to maintain purity and sanctity.
• Offer a Gift on Raksha Bandhan: After tying Rakhi, it is customary to present a small gift to Laddu Gopal. According to belief, offering a gift to the deity on this day yields tenfold blessings. Lighting a lamp and performing aarti after the rituals is said to please Laddu Gopal.

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